Programs: meaning, definitions and examples

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programs

[ ˈproʊˌɡræmz ]

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computer software

A set of instructions that tell a computer what to do. Programs can be used for various purposes, such as creating documents, playing games, or browsing the internet. They are essential for the functioning of modern technology.

Synonyms

application, code, software

Examples of usage

She is learning how to write programs in Python.
The new program allows users to edit photos easily.

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taking action

To organize and arrange a series of actions or events with a specific purpose in mind. It often involves planning, executing, and evaluating to achieve a desired outcome.

Synonyms

arrange, plan, schedule

Examples of usage

They are planning to program a series of events for the conference.
The team programmed their strategy for the upcoming match.

Translations

Translations of the word "programs" in other languages:

🇵🇹 programas

🇮🇳 कार्यक्रम

🇩🇪 Programme

🇮🇩 program

🇺🇦 програми

🇵🇱 programy

🇯🇵 プログラム (puroguramu)

🇫🇷 programmes

🇪🇸 programas

🇹🇷 programlar

🇰🇷 프로그램 (peurogeuraem)

🇸🇦 برامج (baramij)

🇨🇿 programy

🇸🇰 programy

🇨🇳 程序 (chéngxù)

🇸🇮 programi

🇮🇸 forrit

🇰🇿 бағдарламалар

🇬🇪 პროგრამები (programebi)

🇦🇿 proqramlar

🇲🇽 programas

Word origin

The word 'program' originated from the Greek word 'programma', which means 'a written public notice'. It was later adopted into Latin and Old French before becoming part of the English language. Initially used to describe a written schedule or plan of events, the term evolved with the rise of computers to represent a set of instructions for performing a specific task.